PRESS RELEASE OCTOBER 2007
Twenty three products awarded the UNESCO Seal of
Excellence award in Southeast Asia for 2007
Bangkok, October 2007 The UNESCO Seal of Excellence
for Handicrafts has been awarded to 23 handicraft
products out of a total 71 eligible submissions in the
Southeast Asian region. An international panel of
judges and experts in design, marketing and handicraft
production gathered across four regions in Asia over
the last few weeks to judge over 400 entries for the
2007 UNESCO Seal of Excellence in Handicrafts (the
SEAL).
Today marks the announcement of SEAL awarded products
across the Asia region. Established to encourage
craft-workers to use traditional skills and materials,
the SEAL aims to ensure the continuation of
traditional knowledge, the preservation of cultural
diversity and the handicraft industries in the region.
Submissions are reviewed against five key criteria
incorporating excellence, innovation, authenticity,
marketability, eco-friendliness.
By recognizing such attributes in craftsmanship, the
programme aims to set quality standards, raise
international awareness and strengthen market demand
for Asian handicraft products.
The programme was established in Southeast Asia in
2001 by UNESCO and the ASEAN Handicraft Promotion and
Development Association (AHPADA) and was expanded to
Central Asia, to South Asia in 2004 and to East Asia
in 2006. This year, 109 products were awarded in Asia
out of over 400 submissions.
The Seal of Excellence in Southeast Asia
Seventy-one submissions received from Southeast Asia
this year kept the judging panel occupied for two days
at the SUPPORT Arts and Crafts International Centre of
Thailand (SACICT) in Ayutthaya. The range of
submissions was highly diverse, including
traditionally woven textiles and fibres, metal work,
wooden creations and ceramics. The products originated
from Thailand, Indonesia, Vietnam, Malaysia and
Myanmar.
The successful 23 Southeast Asian SEAL awardees are
listed below. The success rate of submissions was 32%,
an increase from last year, suggesting higher quality
in the choice of submissions. Awarded products will be
on display at the SACICT Centre in Bangsai, and at
several upcoming exhibitions in Bangkok. Photos can be
seen on www.unescobkk.org/culture/craftseal
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To support the development and preservation of the
handicraft sector through donations or
services-in-kind, please contact the UNESCO office
directly. More information on the Seal of Excellence
is available on the programme website:
www.unescobkk.org/culture/craftseal or contact:
Office of the Regional Advisor for Culture in Asia and
the Pacific, Bangkok
Tel: +66-2-391-0577 ext 509, 514, 516 ; Fax:
+66-2-391-0866
Email: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Web:
www.unescobkk.org/culture/craftseal
ASEAN Handicraft Promotion and Development
Association (AHPADA), Bangkok
Tel. (66-2) 02-656-1929 Fax: (66-2) 02-253-9889
Email: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Web: www.ahpada.com
Support Arts and Crafts International Center of
Thailand
59 Moo 4 Chang-Yai Sub District Bangsai Ayutthaya
Province 13290
Tel : +66-35-367-054-9, Fax : +66-35-367-051
Web : http://www.sacict.net
UNESCO Seal of Excellence for Handicrafts
Southeast Asia programme
2007 Awarded products
Hand Woven Cloth
Thailand
Silk and cotton cloth hand woven by village artisans
and using natural colors.
Submitted by: Mrs. Chana Prasertsee
58/5 Romyen Village Moo 1 Toong Song Hong, Laksi,
Jaengwattana 14 Road, Bangkok 10210
Tel. +66 2 574 4129 / + 66 8 1935 7491
Supanika
Thailand
Silk brocade hanging fabric, using various techniques
in weaving from flower called "Supanika" or 'Fai Come"
- a golden cotton flower, intricate woven fabric for
wall or hall decoration.
Submitted by: Jolie Femme
8/3 Chiangmai Sankampeang Rd. Chiang Mai 50000
Tel. +66 531167778 / + 66 81 8830744
[EMAIL PROTECTED]; www.joliefemme.com
Natural-dye Handpainted Batik Shawl - Blue
Malaysia
Hand-painted fully wax batik in cotton and silk using
patterns of prehistoric rock engravings
Submitted by: EON Company
12 Ong Kwan Hin Road, Kuching, Sarawak 93000
Tel: 60-82-420042 / 60-19-8583566
[EMAIL PROTECTED]; www.edricong.com
Batik-Lurik (scarf)
Indonesia
A modern approach of using lurik weaving and batik
border motif in a scarf.
Submitted by: Tye Dye & Batik
Jl. Pekajangan 19 no.11, Pekalongan, Central Java
Tel. +62 285 785414 / +62 285 7916791
Pareo Tiga Budaya (The Three Culture Pareo Cloth)
Indonesia
A beautiful pareo combining three different types of
traditional patterns.
Submitted by: Wirokuto Batik
Jl KH Hasyim Ashari no. 99, Kemplong Wiradesa,
Pekalongan
Tel. + 62 285 441 6953 / +62 8166 52195
[EMAIL PROTECTED] ; www.wirokuto-batik.com
Lygodium Candy Containers
Malaysia
Exemplifying Lygodium Basket attractively combined
with ceramic bowl
Submitted by: Kraftangan Malaysia Cawangan Sabah
Block A, 1/2 Lorong Buah Salaf, Hiong Tiong Industrial
Centre, KM 11.2, Jalan Tuaran Inanam, Kota Kinabalu,
Sabah 88450
Tel. + 60 88 433461 / 423471
Gelik Kelarah Floormat
Malaysia
Intricate pandanus plaiting with traditional motif and
tie dye technique
Submitted by: Hasmah Bimti Ismail, PKKM Teranggann
Lot 2195 Kawasan, Perindustrial Chendering, Kuala PRG,
Terangganu
Tel. +60 9 6171033
Multipurpose Rattan and Steel Basket
Malaysia
Elegant traditional weaving using rattan and stainless
steel materials
Submitted by: Budum AK Marong, Saranaf State Incubator
Kraftangan Malaysia, Cawangam Sarawak
Lot 3057, Blok 18, Daerah Salak, Detra Jaya, Jalam
Stadium, 93050 Kuching Sarawak
Tel. + 60 82 444204 / 441329
"D-ECO" Handicraft Brooms
Thailand
Handicraft sorghum brooms and brushes with the slogan
of "Best for Use, Good for Décor", especially with
unique designs and variety in size and shape.
Submitted by: Somboonphol Co. Ltd.
24/3 Moo 8, Soi Sukapiban 2, Puttamonthon 4 Road,
Om-Noi
Kratumban, Samutsakorn 74130
Tel. 66 2 8135081-4 / +66 89 8103689
[EMAIL PROTECTED]
Loose Leaf - Banana Paper Binder
Indonesia
This unique stationary product is made from recycled
paper and banana fibre.
Submitted by: Fatchurohman
J. Terusan Tubagus Ismail 167, Sadang Serang, Bandung,
40134
Tel. +62 22 2510517 / +62 818863726
Fax. +62 22 2510517
[EMAIL PROTECTED]; www.kriyakertas.com
CD Box with Rattan Handle
Indonesia
A CD / VCD holder made from mendong leaf and rattan.
Submitted by: CV Mendong Jaya
Jl. Pagergunung no. 106 singkup
Cibeureum, Tasikmalaya 46196
Tel. +62 265 321035 / +62 8121488256
Fax. +62 265 321035
[EMAIL PROTECTED] ; www.medongjava.com
Rattan Beaded Box
Indonesia
A box traditionally used for keeping seeds, good for
jewelry or small trasures.
Submitted by: CV Matan
Jl. DR. Wahidin Sudirohusodo gang 7, No. 30 Samarinda,
Kalimantan Timur 75123
Tel. + 62 541 736497 / +62 816 457 9735
The Chedee
Thailand
A ceramic signed "Phuket Clay", beautiful in colour
and of outstanding strength, illustrating the
character of Thai culture and Buddhism.
Submitted by: Ceramics of Phuket Co. Ltd.
71/3 Moo.1, Vitchitsongkram Road
Kathu Phuket, 83120
Tel. +66 76 203328 30 /. +66 081 6935123
[EMAIL PROTECTED]; www.ceramicsofphuket.com
Bamboo, Rattan and Wood "Drum" Coffee Table
Myanmar
Drum shaped coffee table made of bamboo, rattan and
wood, and woven in an aesthetically attractive
traditional Myanmar design
Submitted by: Golden Galon
62 Golden Valley Road, Bahan Township, Yangon
Tel. +951 256355, 256356, 256357
[EMAIL PROTECTED] ; [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Bamboo Umbrella
Thailand
Bamboo umbrella handmade by skillful craftsman with
techniques carried from generation to generation for
centuries
Submitted by: Umbrella Making Centre (1978) Co. Ltd.
111/2 Moo 3 Borsang Village, Sankampheang, Chiang Mai
50131
Tel. +66 53 338324
[EMAIL PROTECTED]
Son Dong Covered Bricks
Vietnam
Decorative lacquered bricks, produced by hand in the
Son Dong village, using wood, gold and silver
lamination,
Submitted by: Vietnam Investment - Development
Industry - Design Joint Stock Company
101A, D2 Tay Ket street
Bach Dang ward, Hai Ba Trung district, Hanoi City
Tel: +84 4 9715486
Fax: +84 4 9745486
[EMAIL PROTECTED] ; [EMAIL PROTECTED] ;
www.vndesign.com.nv
Ebony Wood Fruit Bowl
Indonesia
A hexagonal basket for decoration where rattan
aesthetically enhanced the beautiful ebony grain..
Submitted by: Side Ebony
Jl. Cideng barat no.470G2, Jakarta pusat, 10150
Tel. +6221 63863274
[EMAIL PROTECTED] ; www.side-ebony.com
Rhino Jewellery Box
Indonesia
A jewelry box in a rhinoceros shape, with beautiful
metal work.
Submitted by: PT Kriya Nusantara Group
Jl. Kemang IB no.11, Jakarta Selatan 2730
Tel. +62 21 7192727
[EMAIL PROTECTED]; www.kriyanusantara.com
Lampu Batu Apung - Pumice Stone Lamp
Indonesia
The lamp uses the unique texture of the pumice stone
to delicately play with light effect.
Submitted by:Han's Spirit
Jl. Raya Batu Bulan no.87, Batu Bulan Gianyar, Bali
0582
Tel. +62 361 7830393 / +62 812 3980757
Fax. +62 361 292318
[EMAIL PROTECTED] ;
http://hans-spirit.bali-designer.com
Stone and Wood Candle Holder
Indonesia
A candle-holder made from volcanic stone and wood,
both functional and aesthetic for interior design
Submitted by:Pasar Seni Gabusan
Jl. Parangtritis Km.9, 5 Bantul, Yogyakarta, 55186
Tel. +62 274 749 0553 / +62 8175412325
Fax. +62 274 515930
[EMAIL PROTECTED]
Bronze Hammered Bowls
Thailand
A bronze bowl lived with pure gold that gives a sense
of eggshell with a sculptural texture. Strong interior
element for display for accent lighting.
Submitted by: Lamont Design
88/1 Soi Chotiwat 1 Rim Klong Prapa Road, Bangsue,
Bangkok, 10800
Tel. 66 2 913 8218 / 66 819 201652
[EMAIL PROTECTED] ; www.lamont-design.com
Mother of Pearl Inlay Container
Thailand
A splendid product resulting from a comlexe process.
Submitted by:Thanaporn Janprasat
51 Moo 2, Phailing sub-district, pranakorn Sri
Ayutthaya district, Ayutthaya, 13000
Tel: +66 35 244 008 / +66 89 027 2921
Bronze Bowl
Thailand
Hand-hammered bronze bowl produced following
traditonal methods.
Submitted by: Jiam Sangsajja bronze factory
113 Jaransanitwong 32, Siriraj sub-district, Bangkok
Noi district, Bangkok, 10700
Tel: 66 2 881 7443
[EMAIL PROTECTED]
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